Proposed Amendments to Chapter 50 (Sewers)

Proposed amendments to Chapter 50 (Sewers) help to consolidate code requirements into a coordinated regulatory framework that separates plumbing requirements, sewer utility regulations, and engineering standards. It also incorporates other business-friendly amendments including allowing more flexible and scalable requirements for sewer interceptors that could potentially save small businesses thousands of dollars.

In summary, the proposed amendments:

• Consolidate technical interceptor standards into a single Design Manual.
• Eliminate duplicate and inconsistent requirements previously contained in multiple documents.
• Clarify the respective roles of Chapter 50, the Plumbing Code, and the Design Manual.
• Maintain existing local design standards while improving organization and enforceability.
• Simplify future updates to engineering standards without requiring comprehensive amendments to the City Code.
• Improve consistency during plan review, permitting, inspection, and enforcement.

Residents can review the proposed Sewer Amendments and Design Manual and offer feedback below through Sunday, Sept. 13.